Triage Nurse Patient Care

Experienced RN Nurse Navigator/Triage Nurse with

over 10 years of expertise in Documentation Review, Organizational skills, Epic, EMR Systems, and Medical Records. Seeking a position in Utilization nursing to utilize my skills and knowledge in providing quality patient care and improving healthcare outcomes.

Profile

Work Experience

RN Nurse Navigator/Triage Nurse

CHAS Health

Documented patient interactions accurately and

maintained up-to-date records using electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Conducted thorough patient assessments to

accurately determine acuity and prioritize care needs in a fast-paced triage setting.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex medical conditions.

Provided education and support to patients and

families on treatment options, medications, and self- care strategies.

Facilitated seamless transitions of care by

coordinating appointments, referrals, and

consultations for patients following hospital

discharge.

08/2023 – 08/2024 SPOKANE, WA

Visiting Nurse

Providence

Developed customized care plans based on patients' individual needs, coordinating and overseeing their implementation by a team of healthcare

professionals.

Educated patients and their families on disease

management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote optimal health outcomes.

Collaborated with physicians, social workers, and

other healthcare providers to ensure seamless

continuity of care for patients transitioning between hospital and home settings.

02/2017 – 08/2023 TUKWILA, WA

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (RN), LD and Postpartum

Swedish Medical Center

Provided compassionate and evidence-based care to

laboring mothers and postpartum patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with breastfeeding support.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.

Educated patients and their families on postpartum care, newborn care, and discharge instructions to

promote a smooth transition to home.

Utilized critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess and address complex medical issues in a fast- paced labor and delivery unit, ensuring safe and

efficient care delivery.

09/2011 – 02/2017 ISSAQUAH, WA

Spearheaded the establishment of a bereavement

team at Swedish Hospital

Played a key role in the development and

implementation of a bereavement support program

Led a team of healthcare professionals in creating a comprehensive bereavement support system

Achievements

Groups

Bereavement Team

Led a compassionate team in providing support to

families during the difficult time of losing a child Designed and curated personalized remembrances

for parents including foot/hand prints, pictures, and hair clippings

Coordinated the preparation and transportation of

deceased children to the morgue

12/2011 – 02/2017

Peer Interview Group

Conducted interviews with new potential hires as part of a team of nurses

Evaluated candidates' qualifications and facilitated the hiring process

06/2014 – 02/2017

Jennifer Knipp

Address: Spokane, WA

Phone number: +1-208-***-****

Email address: ********@*****.**

Groups

Contributed to the selection of qualified candidates to join the nursing team

Palliative care team

Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings with

physicians, social workers, and chaplains to develop comprehensive care plans for terminally ill patients, resulting in improved patient and family satisfaction. Implemented evidence-based best practices in pain

management and symptom control, leading to a 20%

reduction in opioid usage among palliative care

patients.

Provided education and support to nursing staff on end-of-life care practices, resulting in increased staff confidence and competency in caring for dying

patients.

Collaborated with community resources to facilitate timely transitions to hospice care, ensuring continuity of care and seamless end-of-life support for patients and their families.

02/2017 – 01/2019 SEATTLE, UNITED STATES

RN

Ostomy team

Integral member of the ostomy team.

Taught patients to care for new or revised ostomies and assisted with ordering supplied.

Led interdisciplinary team in developing standardized protocols for ostomy care, resulting in a 20%

decrease in ostomy-related complications among

patients.

Implemented a quality improvement initiative to

streamline ostomy supplies ordering process,

resulting in a 30% reduction in supply waste and cost savings for the unit.

Collaborated with wound care team to provide

comprehensive care for complex ostomy cases,

resulting in improved patient outcomes and increased patient satisfaction scores.

08/2022 – 08/2023 SPOKANE, UNITED STATES

Education

Perinatal/obstetrics Certification in

Perinatal/Obstetrics Program

Durham College

1999 – 2000 OSHAWA, ON

Nursing Associate's degree

Seneca College

1981 – 12/1984 EAST YORK, ON

Skills

Patient Care Professional

Medication

Administration

Professional

Critical Thinking Professional

Skills

Electronic Health

Records

Professional

Organization Professional

Patient teaching Professional

Accomplished Registered Nurse with over three

decades of experience across multiple units

Dedicated team player with a strong motivation to

utilize my expertise and skills to excel in a nursing role at your facility

Eager to tackle new challenges and deliver high-

quality patient care

Goals

Certifications and Licenses

BLS for Provider

RN

04/2024

RN license

Possess active RN license number RN60051241 in

the state of Washington

License valid until August 2025

Mentoring staff Ability to prioritize

Goal Oriented Organization

Computer Skills Critical thinking

Strengths

Cluso and Bera Getting lost in a

good book

Capturing

moments

Feeling the

music

Hobbies

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